What could possibly be on my cedar roof?

Have you ever pondered this thought pulling into the driveway after work? There comes a time when all cedar roof homeowners question what could possibly be on their roof. The next thing is wondering what it could potentially be doing to your roof. That's where we, Kuhl's Contracting, come in to save you on this worrisome day. Based off of our 30 years in the industry with cedar roofing here are the most common things to appear on your roof and what that means as a host.

Common organics found on your cedar roof.

Moss: Moss can be found in all sorts of climates and places but one place you will not find it is salt water. Moss is a non-vascular plant species that anchors itself using tiny vines to grab hold and itself to various things. The most ideal place for Moss to make it's home is in a cool, dark and moist place. It just so happens your cedar roof is just the place Moss was looking for. I mean after all your roof has shady spots during the day and gets wet in most climates. If you have overhanging trees that means more cool coverage for the Moss. Moss thrives when all 3 conditions are met and that is bad news for you the homeowner. Moss is natures sponge it does a great job at retaining water for survival. Having a wet sponged that is Moss on your cedar roof for long periods of time can cause some damage. The wood can get soft, moldy, deteriorate, and/or become brittle prematurely. It's best to remove these organics to extend the lifespan of your cedar roof.

Lichen: